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28 Things Band Directors Are Thankful For

BandDirector — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 02:40:42 +0000

Band directors are thankful for… 1. Principals that let us do our jobs 2. Stands that don’t wobble, flip over, or slide down 3. Trombone slides that actually slide 4. Students who have graduated, but come back to visit 5. Literature that is scored well for young bands 6. Great ideas shared by other directors or learned ... Read More about 28 Things Band Directors Are Thankful For

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10 Signs You Might Be A Band Director

BandDirector — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 16:35:40 +0000

1. You say “one last time” knowing that it is absolutely untrue. 2. You search in your purse to find chapstick and all you find is cork grease. 3. People in cars behind you are often treated to seeing you conducting through the back windshield. 4. When you see a little girl pouting, you want to ... Read More about 10 Signs You Might Be A Band Director

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20 Analogies That I Have Used (With Love) in Band Rehearsals That You Have Not

BandDirector — Sat, 03 Sep 2016 22:23:59 +0000

I believe very strongly that humor plays an important part in the band rehearsal, especially with younger groups. It helps keep students engaged, and it can work as a wonderful “reset button” when tensions are starting to get high. The director has to play to the strengths of his/her personality, of course, but even bad ... Read More about 20 Analogies That I Have Used (With Love) in Band Rehearsals That You Have Not

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Band Directing – Lessons from Almost a Half-Century of Teaching

BandDirector — Fri, 24 Jun 2016 21:54:32 +0000

This is a continuation of yesterday’s post – the intro and first 8 lessons can be found here! 9. Remember that your class may not be the most important thing in your students’ lives on a particular day. Keep things in rational perspective. Your rehearsal room should be inviting and safe. The question to ask ... Read More about Band Directing – Lessons from Almost a Half-Century of Teaching

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Things They Don’t Tell You About Being a Band Director

BandDirector — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 16:34:47 +0000

Here are a few things people forget to tell you about being a band director… 1 Someone has to set up and tear down all the chairs and stands. Oh – that’s you – the band director. (After a while you realize it’s alright to use your students for child labor of this type. It’s ... Read More about Things They Don’t Tell You About Being a Band Director

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Would You Rather… Band Version

BandDirector — Sun, 17 Apr 2016 02:27:03 +0000

Time for some fun – Would You Rather… Band Version! This game is ideal to use with concert bands and large classes. It’s non-competitive and sure to have your students smiling if not laughing throughout rehearsal! This game is especially good to use to motivate students on: – warm-ups – scales/arpeggios/thirds – lines in a method book – ... Read More about Would You Rather… Band Version

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You Know You’re a Band Director When…

BandDirector — Sat, 26 Mar 2016 22:36:02 +0000

1. Turn signals blinking out of order drive you nuts. 2. You are perfectly comfortable telling kids to dump spit on the floor. 3. You know to pronounce the word ‘sectional’ very carefully. 4. When you meet a middle school age child, you find yourself thinking about how ‘that kid has a great clarinet chin.’ ... Read More about You Know You’re a Band Director When…

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“The Pre-Contest Syndrome”

BandDirector — Wed, 10 Feb 2016 04:00:58 +0000

The Pre-Contest Syndrome Have you noticed the following strange behavior from your band director lately? 1. Repeating things 2 or 3 times. 2. Repeating things 2 or 3 times. 3. Repeating things 2 or 3 times. 4. Pacing back and forth when not in the sitting position. 5. Calling 2 extra rehearsals each day of ... Read More about “The Pre-Contest Syndrome”

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Oops – Band Director Stress (BDS) Error

BandDirector — Wed, 27 Jan 2016 13:37:33 +0000

Are you suffering from Band Director Stress (BDS) Error? Feeling a little stressed out and need some humor? Post this on your office door (or on a sign around your neck!) to keep the mood light during a stressful day. Download a high-quality PDF here – Band Director Stress (BDS) Error PDF Related Reading: 14 Things ... Read More about Oops – Band Director Stress (BDS) Error

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